Finance Manager - School Finances, Payroll & VAT

Hurtwood House School; Shere; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Meals on duty during term time

Health & wellbeing programme (EAP)

Onsite parking

Job summary

Hurtwood House School in Surrey is seeking a Finance Manager to join our Finance Team. You will oversee day-to-day financial operations, support fee billing and student accounts, and prepare management accounts with cash-flow forecasts.

Working with the Bursar andFinance Team, you will ensure accurate records, timely VAT returns, payroll support, and aid in audits and year-end activities. The role offers a substantive, full-time position with holiday entitlement.

Qualifications

• AAT Level 4 or equivalent professional qualification is advantageous.
• Experience in school or educational settings preferred.
• Strong numeracy, IT skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills with staff, parents and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records and day-to-day financial operations.
• Manage supplier payments and bank reconciliations.
• Support student accounts and fee billing; prepare management accounts and cash-flow forecasts.
• Ensure statutory financial obligations are completed accurately and on time.
• Assist with VAT returns, payroll administration, audits and year-end processes.
• Manage financial arrangements for school trips and activities.

Skills

Financial management

VAT & financial reporting

Cash-flow forecasting

Invoicing & payments

Bank reconciliations

Payroll administration

Excel proficiency

Communication & teamwork

Education

AAT Level 4 or ACCA/CIMA/ACA/CIPFA or equivalent

GCSEs in English and Maths (grade 4/C or above)

Tools

Xero

Bankline

Payroll software

Job description

Hurtwood House School in Surrey is seeking a Finance Manager to join our Finance Team. You will oversee day-to-day financial operations, support fee billing and student accounts, and prepare management accounts with cash-flow forecasts.

Working with the Bursar andFinance Team, you will ensure accurate records, timely VAT returns, payroll support, and aid in audits and year-end activities. The role offers a substantive, full-time position with holiday entitlement.